What to Do in Denmark

Regardless of the reason of your travel to Denmark, you will be delighted to know that there are a lot of places to visit in Denmark. This smallest kingdom of Scandinavia can offer you experiences that will be worth travelling for.

There are a lot of things to do in Denmark. As starters, why not start your tour by viewing the entire city from up above? Visit Your Rainbow Panorama which is located right on the roof of ARoS. It is an amazing piece of art created by the famous artist OlafurEliasson. There you can enjoy the large glass walkway, one that measures 52 meters in diameter, forming a colour spectrum. From there, you can enjoy walking along a circular and panoramic path, giving you 360 degrees of the city. This rainbow panorama will certainly lift your spirits high, literally.

Are you fond of LEGO bricks? Why not satisfy your childhood’s fondest memory and visit a huge building inspired by LEGO bricks. Of course, the building was not built out of actual LEGOs, but it looks real and filled with a lot of things to do for the entire family to enjoy. Depending on the season of visit, you can enjoy themed zones, activities and a lot more. You can also enjoy learning more about LEGO history in this place.

Among the places to visit in Denmark is the St. Laurence’s Church. It is located on the northern part of the country. If you are into history, you will be delighted to know that this Church is not your typical church. History suggests that churchgoers in the 18th century actually had to dig their way right through the entrance door in order to enjoy their Sunday service. This church was named after St. Laurence, the patron saint of seafarers. In 1975, it finally gave way to sands, and as of now, only the Church tower is visible.

A newly opened museum, the Maritime Museum of Denmark, located in Helsingor, is a place that you definitely have to visit. It was designed by the very famous architect from Denmark, BjarkeIngels. This museum can bring you down deep underground, seeing the Hamlet’s castle, in Kronborg. This site has been considered as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, allowing visitors to enjoy the country’s fascinating maritime history.

How about standing beside actual giants? The ‘Man Meets the Sea’ monumental sculpture by SvendWiig Hansen should be included in your list of places to visit in Denmark. This creation serves as a guard to the West Coast of Denmark, just near Esbjerg. These giants have been attracting visitors since their building in 1995.

For exciting activities, why not stay and witness the championships for champagne opening? Denmark hosts an annual competition in order to see who the best is when it comes to opening champagne bottles using a sword. This is a tradition which is also held together with the annual championship for oyster opening. This will surely make your visit extra fun!